Fabulous Five Spice Chicken
Description
This dish is great on the BBQ or cooked in the broiler at home. The secret is the fresh ginger, star anise, and a touch of sherry.
Ingredients
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3 tablespoons soy sauce
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3 tablespoons vegetable oil
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2 tablespoons sherry
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2 shallots
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6 cloves garlic
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2 tablespoons fresh ginger
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2 tablespoons Chinese five-spice powder
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1 serrano pepper
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2 tablespoons brown sugar
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1/2 teaspoon ground anise seed
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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2 pounds bone-in chicken parts
Directions
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In a blender or food processor, blend the soy sauce, oil, sherry, shallots, garlic, ginger, Chinese five-spice powder, serrano pepper, brown sugar, anise, and salt until smooth. Place the chicken in a large bowl. Pour the blended mixture over the chicken, cover, and marinate at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
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Preheat grill for high heat.
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Lightly oil the grill grate. Discard marinade. Place chicken on the grill, and cook 10 minutes on each side, or until juices run clear.